Ever wondered how strawberries from Himachal reach Chennai fresh, or how life-saving vaccines reach hospitals across the country safely? The answer is cold chain logistics! Cold chain logistics is all about moving and storing temperature-sensitive products like food, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals under controlled conditions so they stay safe, fresh, and effective. For students planning a…
The MSC Irina-class vessels mark a new era in global shipping. They reflect the scale and ambition of the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) and highlight the evolving nature of international trade. As some of the largest container ships ever built, MSC Irina and her sister vessels showcase engineering brilliance and smart strategy. MSC Irina-Class Fleet:…
Inroduction to International Container Transshipment Terminal (ICTT) Vallarpadam Vallarpadam International Container Transshipment Terminal (ICTT), also known as Vallarpadam Terminal locally, is a pivotal infrastructure project boosting Kerala’s economy and employment landscape. The terminal is located on Vallarpadam Island in Kochi, Kerala, and is a part of the Cochin Port. India’s First SEZ-Based Container Terminal It…
Introduction to Vizhinjam Port Vizhinjam International Transshipment Deep-water Multipurpose Seaport is located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. It holds the distinction of being India’s first deep-water container transshipment port. Situated just 20 kilometers from the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, it enjoys a strategic advantage as the only Indian port located directly adjacent to an international shipping lane. A…
Introduction to Vizhinjam International Seaport (VISL) The Vizhinjam International Seaport (VISL), located near Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala, is quickly emerging as one of India’s most important maritime infrastructure projects. Designed as a deep-water, all-weather container transshipment terminal, this port is expected to reshape Kerala’s economy and significantly improve India’s presence in the global shipping and logistics…